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$590,129$380 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $540,000 on Aug 6, 2021

251 NORTHWOODS DR

MERLIN, OR 97532
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,553 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$590K
$563K low$617K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$540,000 · Aug 6, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,498 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$333,720 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$324,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$495,300

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.57
95
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
73
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.104 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJosephine
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.42
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 100 ft²Shed · 100 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
North Valley High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Fleming Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
E
Manzanita Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.9 mi

District: Three Rivers School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 97532These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.202

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,774
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

251 Northwoods Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Josephine County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Josephine County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Merlin 97532

What homes are worth in Merlin 97532

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$212K$929K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Merlin 97532.

How it measures up in Merlin 97532

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merlin 97532.

Estimated value$590,129
CheaperTypical $501,563Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$380
CheaperTypical $277Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,553 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,714 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size3.42 ac
SmallerTypical 2.5 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 251 Northwoods Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerlin 97532Josephine County
Estimated valuepricier than$590,12971% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38095% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,553 ft²39% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.42 ac73% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than198444% of homes52% of homes

About 251 Northwoods Dr

How much is 251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR is $590,129 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $563,217 to $617,041. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR last sell?

251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR last sold on Aug 6, 2021 for $540,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR?

251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,553 square feet of living space and a 3.42-acre lot.

When was 251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR built?

251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR?

251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR is assigned to North Valley High School (high), rated B-; Fleming Middle School (middle), rated B; Manzanita Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Three Rivers School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR compare to other homes in Merlin 97532?

Among the 1,130 homes in Merlin 97532, it is worth more than 71% of them ($590,129 against a typical $501,563), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($380 against a typical $277), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,553 ft² against a typical 1,714 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (3.42 ac against a typical 2.5 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1984 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Josephine County, it is worth more than 83% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 251 Northwoods Dr, Merlin, OR was $2,498. The county assessed it at $333,720.

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